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Thailand > South > Chumphon  

THE NORTH     I     CENTRAL & EAST COAST     I     THE NORTHEAST     I     THE SOUTH

Chumphon  I  Krabi  I  Nakhon Si Thammarat  I  Narathiwat  I  Pattani  I  Phang Nga  
Phattalung  I  Phuket  I  Ranong  I  Satun  I  Songkhla  I  Surat Thani  I  Trang  I  Yala

Chumphon is a sea coast city parallel to the Gulf of Thailand. It is the gateway to other southern provinces. Along more than 200 kilometres of Chumphons seashore, there are many beautiful and picturesque beaches. Still maintaining the natural beauty, the province is best for those who seek relaxation in the natural and uniquely quiet atmosphere.

Historical documents state that Chumphon was continuously the locations of many communities since the pre-historic period, especially in the area near Tha Taphao River banks. Chumphon was also one of the leading trading centers of Siam (former name of Thailand).
Due to being the frontier city, the name Chumphon is believed to derive from Chumnumphon, which means the accumulation of forces. Whenever there were movements from the army, the soldiers would gather their forces here at this province.
The other source believed that it should be derived from a local plant named Maduea Chumphon due to its richness in this area. Therefore, naturally, this plant has become a symbol of the logo of Chumphon Province.
 
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